Special drink before surgery may cut complications
NCT ID NCT01868087
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This early-phase trial tested whether a nutritional supplement called Impact Advanced Recovery® could help men recover better after bladder cancer surgery. Thirty men took the drink before and after their operation. The goal was to see if it reduced surgical complications, infections, and hospital readmissions.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Impact Advanced Recovery® (a nutritional supplement drink)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple way to help patients recover faster and with fewer complications after bladder cancer surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a very early, small trial with only 30 men, so results may not apply to everyone. The supplement may not reduce complications or infections.
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Conditions
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Locations
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University of Kansas Medical Center
Kansas City, Kansas, 66160, United States